2009 BMW 525 vs. 1974 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1974 Lamborghini Countach is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lamborghini Countach (374 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lamborghini Countach should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 525 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lamborghini Countach. (362 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 1974 Lamborghini Countach | |
Make | BMW | Lamborghini |
Model | 525 | Countach |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3929 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 374 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 62 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 120 L |